Description
The Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) test is a blood test that measures the levels of CEA, a protein that can be elevated in certain types of cancer. It’s primarily used as a tumor marker for colorectal cancer, but can also be elevated in other cancers such as lung, breast, and pancreatic cancer. The test is most valuable for monitoring the progression of cancer and the effectiveness of treatment in patients with known cancer. However, it’s important to note that elevated CEA levels can also occur in some non-cancerous conditions, and the test is not recommended as a general screening tool for cancer in the general population.
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